Macro Photographer Ben Salb is an OM SYSTEM Ambassador whose passion for photography lies in the small details of the natural world. The Maryland-based photographer specializes in high magnification insect and spider photography, often finding his subjects close to home in the lush woods of the United States’ eastern coast. [Read More]
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Landscape photographers dread the feeling of standing in front of an incredible scene only to look up to find blue skies filled with harsh sunlight and no clouds. On a recent photography trip to Death Valley National Park, Michael Shainblum decided to use the harsh conditions to experiment. When Shainblum arrived in the dry California […] petapixel.com »
2021-05-19 01:23
Here are our top tips for incorporating the resurgence of all things hygge into your Licensing portfolio—while creating seasonal stock photos that sell. The post How to capture hygge in commercial photography appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-12-08 15:30
With the 500px mobile app, you can build your Licensing portfolio on-the-go and from a single device. Here’s how to do it right. The post How to capture licensable photos on mobile appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-07-21 14:30
Dustin Dolby of Workphlo is back with another helpful product photography tutorial. Using only minimal gear, Dolby will show you how to create professional-grade 360° product photos—an increasingly sought-after skill for e-commerce photography. petapixel.com »
2020-06-02 21:37
For photographers, wellness shoots provide the chance to create the kind of uplifting, commercially appealing images brands crave right now. The post How to capture wellness, self-care, and mindfulness at home appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-05-19 14:30
Food photographer Joanie Simon of The Bite Shot has put together a helpful tutorial that shows you how to capture “dramatic food photography” using an extremely cheap DSLR. Specifically, she picked up a used Canon Rebel T2i with a kit lens for just $200. petapixel.com »
2020-04-06 21:07
My name is Paul Schmit, and today I want to describe to you the journey that led to the time-blended astrolandscape you see above. You might recognize me from my recent marathon endeavor to capture the International Space Station crossing in front of the sun at sunrise. petapixel.com »
2019-09-20 23:37
As a newspaper staff photographer for 26 years, I’ve seen enormous changes in our industry over that time. There’s been an explosion of interest in sport and sports coverage, so there’s never been a dull moment in all those years. petapixel.com »
2019-09-07 18:27
Learn how to capture wide-angle shots of timeless trees with 500px photographer Daniel Laan. iso.500px.com »
2018-03-16 02:05
Standard schlieren imaging techniques use a large mirror to be able to visualize heat or pressure differences in air. The problem with these techniques is that they require large precision telescope mirrors that are very expensive. petapixel.com »
2018-02-05 20:49
Having photographed snowflakes for nearly a decade as a large component to my career as a photographer, I’ve had the joy of encountering mysteries in the snow and the enthusiasm to sort out the physics behind it. petapixel.com »
2018-01-08 18:53
Joshua K. Jackson & Craig Whitehead share their tips for capturing silhouettes.
The post How To Capture Silhouettes like a Street Photographer appeared first on 500px ISO.
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If you’re interested in product photography, Dustin Dolby‘s channel workphlo is definitely worth a bookmark. Using minimal equipment, he’s able to capture distinct looks like this makeup shot, and in this tutorial he’ll show you how a single speedlight can produce a bold beautiful wine bottle photo that looks 100% pro. As usual, Dolby breaks […] petapixel.com »
2017-05-10 23:20
Australian wedding photographer James Day recently shared a beautiful wedding photo and story that are tugging on heartstrings around the Web. It’s a terrific example of emotion being captured and conveyed in a shot. petapixel.com »
2017-05-05 20:13
You don’t need a ton of space to create an impromptu “home studio” and capture some high quality portraits. As photographer Mark Wallace shows you in this informative tutorial, the corner of a tiny hotel room in Paris is plenty if you know what you’re doing. This episode of Adorama TV is all about capturing […] petapixel.com »
2017-02-15 23:22
Photographing the moon can be spectacular—a rising full moon looks very big and is often red. And combining a spectacular moonrise shot with landscapes or objects in close-up can give really great results. petapixel.com »
2016-08-25 19:24
There is always so much to learn from other photographers. Through their experiences and insights, you can always gather valuable information to help you go a long way. For this reason, we are bringing tips from Magnum photographer Alec Soth, one of this generation's most exciting artists.
The holiday season is officially here, which means family portraits galore. Many people seek out a professional photographer around the holidays to get images for Christmas cards.
Music and commercial photographer Ed Rode spent decades making pictures of Tennessee’s most iconic brands: country music talent and Jack Daniels Whiskey. The key to making a good photo, he says, is having a healthy respect for the subject, whether it’s a living, breathing being or an object waiting for its moment to shine.
For some people, a car or a motorcycle is nothing more than a method of getting from point A to point B. It is a tool, an instrument, something that serves a purpose and nothing more. [Read More]
Photographers or filmmakers who get their start working alone can very easily find it overwhelming when they are suddenly thrust into working with larger teams. So how can they prepare? The PetaPixel Podcast team digs into it. [Read More]
My name is Martin Bissig and I am a Canon Ambassador and a professional photographer from Switzerland. My previous work has been published in over 30 countries and I work for national and international clients around the world. [Read More]